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Please provide a tip on how to ask your doctor about jock itch.

6 doctors weighed in across 6 answers
Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Ignore: If it does not clear, ask your doctor about a several day course of fluconazole!

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Ignore: Seeing it before treating is essential. Have your doctor look at your rash. It may need a culture!

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Let your doctor know that you are itching in your groin area especially after working out at the gym.

Answered 10/4/2017

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Ignore: Don't be afraid to discuss this with your doctor- some forms of jock itch easily cured with Rx.

Answered 5/8/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Ask your doc what powders or creams he or she recommends.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Ignore: Be direct and to the point, " Doctor, I'm concerned I have jock itch. What do you recommend?".

Answered 7/28/2014

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